Gastonia, NC
UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Gastonia NC-$145,000 Enter NC-51239 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/utz-foods-gastonia-nc-nc-51239/ #Ownaroute...
Gastonia, NC
UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Gastonia NC-$145,000 Enter NC-51239 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/utz-foods-gastonia-nc-nc-51239/ #Ownaroute...
$145,000
Cash Flow: $105,331
Bastrop, TX
Seize the chance to acquire a thriving dry cleaning business in a stand alone building with an illustrious 30-year history. This investment presents an unparalleled chance for lucrative returns in...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $94,449
Marysville, WA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Marysville WA $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $107,899
Snohomish County, WA
This location is up 10% YTD in sales over 2024 No experience is needed to operate this business. This opportunity can be a great fit for a corporate professional, family, or individual looking to...
$820,000
Cash Flow: $275,205
Washington County, OR
***Please note: Cashflow for the first 6 months of this year is >$90,000.*** This is a great opportunity to buy a very well-established B2B service provider located in Washington County. The business...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $135,000
Navarre, FL
Over the course of roughly the last 15 years, residential solar has gone from being something of a rarity, where today it is estimated that of all of the areas in the US which are approved for solar,...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,100,000
Pennsylvania
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $12,450 › Listing Ratio: 10:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$119,000
Fairfield County, CT
Utz Potato Chips and Pretzel Route for sale in the Fairfield County, Connecticut region for $130,000! Company financing available with an estimated $13,000 down. Grossing an estimated $338,526 per...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $51,230
Catawba County, NC
Located in Catawba County, NC, with an exceptional reputation in a scalable industry, these sellers are highly motivated. Investment Highlights: Lifestyle Business Model: Operates Monday–Friday, 8 AM...
$75,000
Broward County, FL
Dense demographics - Long time owner - Newer machines - Great plaza - Don't miss this one! Price 800K with possible seller financing requiring 1/2 down. All prospects must show min 400K proof of funds...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $140,000
Naples, FL
This pool route has $32,640.00 monthly recurring income, with 249 pool accounts established. 247 residential accounts & 2 commercial accounts. Additionally seller may charge extra for parts & minor...
$391,680
Huntsville, TX
Easy to run, well-established washateria located in a small, busy strip plaza with stable neighboring businesses. Additionally, adjacent to an apartment complex with almost 200 units....
$249,200
$2,600,000
Alabama
Charlotte, NC
Snyder’s-Lance Chip route for sale in the Cornelius, North Carolina area for $425,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $58,000 down! Currently generating an estimated...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $122,463
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ellsworth, ME
Established trash business since 1998, 4 rear load trash trucks, 2 roll off trucks, 130+ containers 30+ roll off containers...
$1,200,000
Mehmood Syed, CM&AA
Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Syed Brokerage & Capital Co. is an authority in selling, buying, financing, raising funding, and creating monetary solutions for privately owned companies. We make buying, selling, and raising capital less arduous and smoother. We have helped raise funding for Maritime Companies. A complete and profound operational and top business governance experience augments brokers with supreme financial knowledge and proficiency. Syed Brokerage & Capital is a top merger and acquisitions broker that brings proficiency, uprightness, and broad market knowledge to every transaction. Large firms in today’s marketplace endeavor to sell and buy companies. However, only a handful may offer their clients the highest knowledge, skills, and means of our distinguished firm. Syed Brokerage & Capital’s global team of bankers has significant experience advising privately owned businesses and private equity firms on many mergers and acquisitions transactions. Our knowledge of advising buyers and sellers provides us with the entire perspective and insights that further strengthen our capabilities as an M&A Broker for lower-middle—to middle-market companies. We leverage our expertise and knowledge to provide our clients with outstanding, high-quality outcomes. At Syed Brokerage & Capital, we understand that every transaction is Different. Resultantly, our focus on each engagement is personalized to fit the specific financial, industry, or other circumstances to accomplish the most favorable results. We work closely with our clients throughout the entire acquisition or sale to ensure an efficient process that minimizes disruption in their organizations. Syed Brokerage & Capital Co is also responsible for selling, buying, and financing Franchise businesses. Areas Covered: All United States of America and Canada, South America, Europe, Middle East
Hampshire County, MA
Established Landscaping and Nursery Business for Sale This diversified landscaping and nursery operation has been serving Hampshire County, Massachusetts for over 20 years. Located in an affluent area...
$2,395,000
Cash Flow: $956,299
Bonneville County, ID
Established sprinkler installation business serving East Idaho's rapidly expanding market with strong reputation and immediate growth potential. Operating since 2020, this home-based operation has...
$150,000
Minnesota
A cleaning service based in northern Minnesota offers commercial cleaning solutions and vacation rental cleaning. All services are handled by a detail-oriented team. Emphasizing eco-friendly...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $197,848
Transylvania County, NC
REDUCED PRICE--TURN KEY- SELLER FINANCING OFFERED Subject to Approval. Opportunity Not to Be Missed--Looking For an Awesome Farm To Table Restaurant Purchase ??--Look No Further than this Specialty...
$280,000
Cash Flow: $165,681
Marion County, IN
All Equipment Stocked for immediate Cash Flow. Turn-Key operation everything you need including Warehouse Inventory. 99% of machines have up to date Credit Card Readers. 72 Snack & Soda Machines plus...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $116,036
Denver, CO
This long-standing commercial janitorial business operates across three key regions in Colorado, providing high-quality cleaning services to office buildings. The company is structured for efficiency,...
$1,449,995
Cash Flow: $431,363
Dauphin County, PA
Surpass 2024 gross revenue of $250,000+ and .4% of market share with this restoration business opportunity. This low-cost operation encompassing Kentucky, Missouri, and Illinois is a great opportunity...
$500,000
Davidson County, NC
The Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina—encompassing Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem—offers a favorable operating environment for service-based businesses. 2024 gross revenue with .5% of...
$500,000
$899,000
Colorado
Honolulu, HI
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Live and work in Paradise. Take advantage of this rare opportunity...
$143,612
Cash Flow: $130,000
Miami, FL
Owner wishes to sell 49% of business to strategic partner who has experience scaling brands nationally. Business Overview: The company operates a proven licensing model within the home service...
$1,624,350
Cash Flow: $1,105,000
Marion County, FL
Set up for success in Marion County! Solid rates and many of the pools are only biweekly service! Plenty of room to grow and plenty of opportunity for additional revenues. Routes in the area do not...
$96,600
Cash Flow: $99,600
Orlando, FL
I'm looking to sell a local moving business in Orlando that has been averaging $27,00 to $30,000 in monthly gross revenues with 40-45% profit margins. We've only been offering local moves and has kept...
$52,500
West Palm Beach, FL
The West Palm Beach region presents a compelling opportunity for growth within the essential services sector. 2024 program sales consisted of $200,000+ with only .3% of market share. With a high...
$500,000
Scott County, MN
9 FedEx Ground Pick-up & Delivery routes available in premiere densely populated business and residential neighborhoods in the defined market area. Drivers only drive 55-60 miles per day with all...
$979,000
Cash Flow: $214,891
San Bernardino County, CA
Tight route with Solid rates makes this a profitable efficient route. Excellent route with room and opportunity to grow rapidly. Appreciative customers. Additional Service calls add another 5-7k month...
$216,000
Cash Flow: $224,000
Lafayette, CO
Chain Mediterranean Restaurant Franchise For Sale. Offering nearly $90,000 in owner benefit! An incredible opportunity awaits with this Mediterranean Restaurant Franchise For Sale. This turn-key...
$99,900
Cash Flow: $89,899
Contra Costa County, CA
A rare opportunity to purchase a successful Automotive Repair franchise in Contra Costa County, California. The Seller is confident in the future of this business and is willing to offer a Sellers...
$229,999
Cash Flow: $93,419
Fort Worth, TX
Company has been in business for over 40 years in Fort Worth and surrounding areas. Owners are wanting to retire but will stay on for a smooth transition. Excellent position for someone to step in and...
$1,500,000
$700,000
Minnesota
Phoenix, AZ
This dry cleaner has a 20-year history and a very loyal client base. It is turnkey with employees and equipment already in place. In addition to dry cleaning, they also offer alterations....
$265,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Lake County, FL
Company specializes in providing textile rental, laundry services, and sales to various industries such as hospitality, food service, auto service centers, and printing companies. The company provides...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $165,456
San Antonio, TX
Thriving Dryer Vent Cleaning Business for Sale – Established Customer Base & Scalable to Expand! Looking for a profitable and growing business opportunity? Our established Dryer Vent Cleaning business...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $52,000
Hamilton, ON
Purchasing the CertaPro Painters® franchise of Hamilton, ON presents a unique opportunity to own a strong, established business with a respected brand in a thriving market. Hamilton is one of...
$260,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Orlando, FL
Profitable Sod Wholesale Brokerage – Low Overhead, Remote, Scalable This is a unique opportunity to acquire a profitable, asset-light wholesale sod brokerage. Unlike traditional sod farms or landscape...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Brampton, ON
Asking Price: $125,000 (CAD) Cash Flow: Under $50K (CAD) Looking for a business that’s already established, turnkey, and backed by an amazing franchise support system? We’re selling our window and...
$100,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
Floor Coverings International of Myrtle Beach is an established franchise offering a turnkey opportunity with strong community presence and growth potential. Open since 2018, the business includes a...
$210,000
Cash Flow: $83,900
Warr Acres, OK
Business Overview: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established UPS Store franchise with over 33 years of proven success. The store is strategically located at a high-visibility,...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $125,910
James Benincasa, M&AMI, CBI, ABI GRI
BLS Consulting
Serving Hennepin County, MN
Why pay 10-12% Commissions when there's a better plan out there. Every year an estimated million businesses are sold by owners just like you. A typical business broker will charge a 10-12% commission, however here at BLS Consulting, we believe in offering programs that meet the specific needs of each business owner at a reduced rate than other brokers and M&A professionals. Based on our experience, prospective business sellers struggle with many of the same questions: "Is it the right time to sell my business?" "How do I figure out the real value of my business so I sell at the right price?" "How do I know I'm taking all the right legal and financial precautions?" "Who can I really trust to help me find the best buyer for my business?" BLS Consulting has the answers to these questions.
Martin County, FL
This well-established propane and natural gas installation company has been serving residential and commercial clients since 2007, earning a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and exceptional...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $137,000
Macomb County, MI
This specialty food business in Macomb County is part of a fast-growing sector with limited competition and huge demand for charcuterie boards and grazing tables. Opened in 2022, the store is...
$120,000
$50,000
Florida
Stark County, OH
Profitable, turnkey wildlife removal franchise offering safe and humane solutions for nuisance animal removal. Backed by the industry’s largest name, this business uses a patented system with proven...
$595,012
Cash Flow: $206,009
Springfield, MA
Vending business featuring a network of modern, tech-driven vending machines. Each unit is equipped with the latest payment options—accepting cash, credit/debit cards, Google Wallet, and Apple Pay....
$159,500
Cash Flow: $129,000
North Carolina
SBA Pre-Qualified! An excellent opportunity to purchase an established The UPS Store franchise in the Foothills of North Carolina - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 YTD...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $153,756
Newark, NJ
Vending Business utilizes modern technology for efficient operations. The business includes multiple vending machines featuring remote monitoring systems and digital payment capabilities. Each unit...
$197,100
Cash Flow: $156,500
Houston, TX
Vending machine business designed for ease of operation and consistent revenue. The business uses modern, low-maintenance machines equipped with remote inventory monitoring, touch-less payment...
$178,750
Cash Flow: $145,000
Nashville, TN
Vending Business featuring a network of modern, technology-driven machines. Each machine accepts cash, credit/debit cards, Google Wallet, and Apple Pay. Monitor inventory, sales, and maintenance...
$159,500
Cash Flow: $129,000
City Of Sunrise, FL
The fully equipped Caribbean Cafe for Sale in Broward County, Florida is ready for a new owner. Save time and money when compared to building your restaurant from scratch or purchasing this...
$85,000
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of service businesses.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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